Allagash Helena

Helena is modeled after a traditional Flemish-style sour red. In the first sip, aromas of apple and pear combine with hints of caramel and fruit. The beer finishes with clean tartness. We brew Helena with Special B, Munich, raw wheat, and our 2-row barley blend. Hopped with Hallertau, we first ferment this beer in stainless with our house yeast, before transferring it to an oak foudre where Lactobacillus and Pediococcus are added. Its subtle fruit notes and tartness make it an excellent base for many of our fruited beers. This time around we’re letting you savor it all on its own.